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Nationwide, AustraliaLegendary Scottish singer Isla Grant returns with exciting new songs, plus her extensive repertoire of much loved music. Info: www.grand-concerts.com
Legendary Scottish singer Isla Grant returns with exciting new songs, plus her extensive repertoire of much loved music. Info: www.grand-concerts.com
Perthshire’s renowned sound and light show offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the outdoors, at night and with spectacular imagery. Info: www.enchantedforest.org.uk
A celebration and exploration of the traditional arts - fiddle, music, dance, language and song - set in the beautiful Yarra Valley. Info: www.stringmaniacamp.com
Themed workshops, practice time and small group lessons to improve your playing through this shared learning experience at the National Piping Centre. Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk
Dressed in kilts of every color, golfers follow the skirl of a bagpiper around a course and play the game that many regard as one of Scotland's greatest inventions, presented by Chicago Scots at Seven Bridges Golf Club. Info: 708 426 7126 or www.chicagoscots.org/kiltedclassic2017
A weekend of learning with the SDTA - great instructors, fun classes, and events at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel. Info: www.facebook.com/SDTA2017
Unleash Your Inner Scot! Explore the arts with dancing, music and needlework workshops. Learn new things with whisky tasting and cultural lectures. Hosted by St. Andrew-Caledonian Society of Calgary and the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, Calgary Branch. Info: www.calgaryscots.org
Australia's foremost Scottish music duo, fiddler Chris Duncan and pianist Catherine Strutt performing the traditional fiddle music of Scotland, bringing to life the sensitive slow airs, the swing of the jig and the groove of the reel. As heard on ABC Classic FM at Wesley Music Centre, 20-22 National Circuit, Forrest. Info: http://www.trybooking.com/QXHY
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
Scottish country dance classes, ceilidh and more at Christ Church Parish Hall, 61 Dundas St. Info: www.rscdsnovascotia.ca.
Join City of Auckland Pipe Band in Celebrating it's 75th Anniversary at Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 487 Dominion Rd. Info: 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) or www.cityofaucklandpipeband.org.nz
Pipes & Pours whisky tasting fundraiser, benefiting Las Vegas Pipe Band , a registered local non-profit, and the annual Celtic Thanksgiving Concert. This event brings you the perfect traditional Scottish pairing of whisky and bagpipe music at 1794 Amarone Way. Info: www.lasvegaspipeband.org
The largest Celtic music festival in the Four Corners at Riverside Park, 500 South Light Plant Rd. Info: www.aztechighlandgames.com
A great event for the whole family-Celtic dancing, Celtic bands, bagpipes & drums, storytelling, artisans, historic ales & speciality beers, whiskey tasting & more at Furnace Town Living Heritage Village, 3816 Old Furnace Rd. Info: www.furnacetown.org
Presented as a community and family event to celebrate Celtic culture at Bartley Ranch Regional Park. Info: www.renoceltic.org
Scottish Country Dancing at Albert Hall with music by Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt. Info: www.rscds-canberra.org.
A great free day of Scottish culture in the ACT, includes ACT Pipe Band Championships, Scottish dance and more at Kett Street Oval. Info: www.canberragathering.com.au.
Celebrate Scotland at the North Carolina Rural Heritage Center, 13040 X-Way Rd. Info: www.schgnc.org
Nine days of Celtic music, energy and excitement. Info: 888 355-7744 or www.celtic-colours.com.
Paddle your way from Glasgow to Edinburgh over two days and help raise funds for Kidney Cancer Scotland along the Union Canal. Info: www.kcuk.org.uk/scotland
This course is for dancers who have some Scottish Country dancing experience and wish to improve their technique and knowledge of the dance figures. It is an ideal follow-on for anybody who has attended our stage 1 course or anyone who feels a bit rusty and wants to brush up on their skills. The course ... Read more
Ugly Horse and Old Man Flanagan's Ghost are energetic and entertaining, and endearing to those familiar with Celtic music, live at The Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave. Info: 416-923-8137 or www.tranzac.org
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
A night of Scottish entertainment with pipe bands, Scottish dance and music. Presented by BBC Pipe Band at Brisbane Boys College. Info: [email protected]
The St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal annual Whisky Tasting Night at the Officers’ Mess at The Black Watch Armoury, 2067 Bleury St. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca
The National Genealogy Conference featuring all Canadian speakers, includes Scottish ancestry at the Lord Nelson Hotel. Info: www.cangensummit.ca
Show off your kilt and your brave heart and join us at the New Jersey Celtic Fest in County Middlesex at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, John T. O’Leary Blvd. Info: 855-478-6888 or www.irunnewjersey.com
Grade's 1 to 4 , mini band and solos at Murphy's Law Irish Bar, 200 Great South Rd. Info: [email protected]
Gather the clans and join us for a fun night of traditional Scottish music and dancing at Christ Church Great Hall, 254 Sunset Blvd. Info: (905) 640-1461.
A fun community event, featuring live Scots and Irish music from the Gaidhealtachd Band and an appearance from the City of Auckland Pipe Band at the Holy Trinity Church Hall, Church St. Info: 09 445 3757.
Inaugural event with a full day of Scottish events and entertainment. Info: 08 9734 3360 or www.collieclangathering.org.
Presented by The Scottish Society of Indianapolis and The Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis at German Park, 8600 S Meridian St. Info: www.indyscotgamesandfest.com
The premier Scottish Event on the Central California Coast at Seaside Park, Ventura Co. Fairgrounds. Info: 818-886-4968 or www.seaside-games.com
Celebrate Celtic music with the Auckland Wind Orchestra at Saint Kentigern College, 130 Pakuranga Rd. Info: 0800 BUY TIX (289 849).
Burns at Canterbury St Stables Community Centre, 49-53 Canterbury Rd. Info: 03 8361 0308.
Piping music session 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St. Info: [email protected].
Presented by the Illawarra Pipe Band with pipe band contests, Scottish stalls and more at Dandaloo Sports Oval, Kanahooka Rd. Gates open at 8.30 AM and Massed Bands Closing ceremony at approx 3.00 PM. Info: Alison 0414 928 016 or www.illawarrapipeband.com
On the meadows of the Stone Mountain Park the sights and sounds of a Scottish Highland Games presented in a uniquely southern style. Info: 770 521-0228 or www.smhg.org.
Atlantic Canada's first and only new trad Celtic festival, celebrating new directions in music and dance. Think Celtic-with attitude. Info: www.rejiggedfestival.com
A celebration of live storytelling, oral traditions and cultural diversity, with Scottish and international storytellers and musicians. Info: www.tracscotland.org/festivals
Scottish country dance event offering workshops during the day and a dinner and dance in the evening. Info: www.saltspringscottishdancers.org/simply-scottish
Run from Glenfarclas to Glenfiddich, pick up stamps along the way and get single malt samples at the end. Love running and whisky? Time to cross the streams. Info: www.thedramathon.com
Presented by the Texas Celtic Athletic Association at South Lakes Park, 556 Hobson Ln. Info: www.txceltics.org
Celebrate Celtic culture through a day of hands-on experience at the Ceili of the Valley’s 2nd annual Samhain Celtic New Year Festival at Grant Community School, 725 Market St. NE. Info: www.celticfestival.info
Join the Chicago Fire Department Pipes and Drums in celebrating 10 years of service on October 21, 2017, 4pm-8pm at 115 Bourbon St. Info: 773-800-1742 or www.chicagofirepipers.com
The Clan Campbell Society (Qld) hosts an evening of braw entertainment and fellowship. Three course dinner, pipe band, Highland Dancers, ceilidh dancing to the music of Celtic Fusion, and much more at Riverside Receptions. Info: 0403 370 332 or [email protected]
Piping event at St. Andrew’s College Norman’s Rd. Info: www.pipersclub.co.nz.
The international smash hit features over 100 choral singers, dancers, pipe-band and drum corps, soloists, Highland dancers and electric Celtic fiddlers at Queensland Performing Arts Centre 2:00pm & 8:00pm. Info: www.scotlandthebrave.com.au or bookings: www.qpac.com.au/event/scotland_the_brave_17
Celebrate Celtic culture at Nathan Benderson Park. Info: www.celtoberfest.org
St. George's Presbyterian Church is hosting is annual Kirkin' O' the Tartans Service, 10:30 am at 1475 Dundas St. Everyone is welcome. Wear your tartan. Light Scottish fare will be served after the service in the lower all. Handicapped Accessible. Ample Parking. Info: Keith McKee 519-455-5760.
Dr. Andrew MacKillop from the University of Glasgow will speak on Scots in India ca. 1690-1820 at SFU Surrey Campus. Info: www.scottish.sfu.ca
The Annasach Ceilidh Band provide the live music at this ceilidh dance with a caller at Counting House,West Nicolson St. Info: www.annasach.co.uk
Morning lectures explain the linear process of whisky making - Malting, Mashing, Distillation, Maturation, Libation/Marketing/Nosing and Tasting. Afternoons offer Peat Cutting, Gaelic and English Distillery Tours, Whisky Tastings, Ceilidh Corner, Independent Bottlers, Independent Distillers and more at Bowmore Hall. Info: www.theatreofdrams.scot
Scots singer at Ashburton Trust Event Centre, 211a Wills St. Info: 03 307 2010 or www.ateventcentre.co.nz.
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Legendary Scottish singer Isla Grant returns with exciting new songs, plus her extensive repertoire of much loved music. Info: www.grand-concerts.com
Annual ball with the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Windsor Branch at 7:30 p.m. in Mackenzie Hall, 3277 Sandwich Street West. Info: www.rscdswindsor.org
Kicking off with a ceilidh, the event takes in competitions and championships during the day before finishing with the Senior Scottish Championship and performances by some of Scotland's top musicians at Salutation Hotel, South St. Info: www.perthaccordionfestival.co.uk
Enjoy a succession of wonderful bulbs, flowering shrubs, rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias and primulas and a woodland garden with ponds above Loch Etive at Scottish baronial house by John Starforth of Glasgow. Info: www.scotlandsgardens.org
Featuring traditional Highland games, Scotch and Irish country dancing, bagpiping, heritage events, foods and much more at Zachary Youth Park, 1650 E Mount Pleasant Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/LAHighlandGamesCelticFest
Brigadoon is the story of two young American tourists lost in the Highlands of Scotland, who stumble upon a mysterious village called Brigadoon at Arts Centre Melbourne for 11 shows only. To book www.artscentremelbourne.com.au, www.ticketmaster.com.au or telephone 1300 182 183 or 1300 136 166.
Are you brave enough to visit Alloway on Halloween? Spooky Guided Tour of the Bard’s birthplace and Alloway’s Auld Haunted Kirk at Burns Cottage. Info: 01292 443700 or [email protected]
With a Hallowe'en flavour at Little Flower Catholic Church, 1805 Pierce St. Info: www.SASSF.org
Highland dancing competition at Riverside High School, West Tammar Rd. Info: 03 6391 2324.
Celtic Jewellery at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com
The great tradition of Scottish and Irish music at Kern County Fairgrounds. Info: www.kernscot.org
A festival honoring the Argyll Colony, America's most significant Highlander settlement at Campbellton Landing. Info: www.caledonianfest.com
A weekend of Celtic fun at Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave Info: 804-356-1093 or www.vacelticfestival.com
The Modesto St. Andrews Society will honor traditions of the past with its bi-annual "Kirkin' of the Tartan" at St. Paul's Episcopal Church 1528 Oakdale Rd. Info: www.standrewsmodesto.org
Join the American-Scottish Foundation in association with Burns Society NY at Cafe Tallulah, 70th Street & Columbus Ave. Celebrate the "Halloween" of Robert Burns with verse and music. A haunting fun evening for all. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.org
A wee folk festival for a wee village. The weekend's programme includes evening concerts, workshops and an open stage competition. The main events are joined by continual sessions for uninterrupted foot-tapping. Info: www.denholmfolkfest.co.uk
Takes you back 150 years to the birth of Canada to tell the story of the Father of Confederation-a proud Scotsman, MacDonald served as Canada’s first (and third) Prime Minister at the Centrepointe Theatre. Info: 613-580-2700 or www.centrepointetheatre.ca
If you have Scottish, Irish, Cornish, Welsh, Breton, Manx or any other Celtic nation’s blood, you may be interested to attend the Celtic Council of Australia’s annual awards dinner. A tasty 3 course buffet dinner will be served in good company at an iconic location. Guest speaker will be MS Claire Dunne, OAM, Irish Language ... Read more
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
A conference of resources and information to assist in the production of Highland Games throughout the United States. Info: www.asgf.org/conference
Featuring pipe band performances, auction, Scottish country dancing & music. Presented by the Seattle Scottish Highland Games Association at Seattle Latvian Center 11710 3rd Ave NE. Info: www.sshga.or
Multi-stage and programming of all things Celtic out at the beautiful Pioneer Farms in North Austin. Info: www.austincelticfestival.com
Presented by The Cowichan Valley Highland Dance Association. Info: www.cvhda.com
Bilingual, interactive fun with big beasties from traditional Gaelic storytelling lore at the Scottish Storytelling Centre. Info: www.tracscotland.org/scottish-storytelling-centre
Solo piping competition at Limestone Theatre. Info: 0414 776 361.
Scottish music, food and fun at Tripoli Shrine Center, 3000 W. Wisconsin Ave. Info: www.highlandertartanball.com
Presented by St. Andrew Society of Colorado at Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St. Info: www.coloradoscots.com
Piping event at Rochedale State High School, 249 Priestdale Rd. Info: 07 3397 4512.
The Robert Burns Club of Melbourne invites you to a poetry afternoon of Burns poems with a theme of the supernatural. 1:00pm Canterbury Stables Community Centre, Canterbury St. Flemington. Info: Noel Wright (03) 9306 7495or [email protected]
Welcome all to be celebrated at St Andrew’s Anglican Church Cnr Church Terrace & Fuller Street, with The Scottish Associations of South Australia & Clan McLeod Society of SA. Info: John [email protected]
Inaugural Highland gathering at The Entertainment Grounds, Racecourse Rd and will feature the NSW Pipe Band State Championships and the Central Coast Scottish National Dancing Titles. Pipe bands, drum majors, Scottish stalls & food. A great day out for the whole family. Info: www.scottishspectacular.com
At Havana Presbyterian Church, 213 1st St NE, Info: www.saintandrewtallahassee.org
Piping event in Adelaide. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected].
Join in at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St. Info: www.vancouvergaelic.com
Smallpipes session. Info: Malcolm McLaren 07 3820-2902 or [email protected].
A sound and light spectacular lighting up Northern Scotland skies for 12 nights at Grant Park, Victoria Rd. Info: www.coloursofcluny.com
At the Old Beechworth Gaol with Celtic bands, dancers and market stalls and this year the festival will also host the inaugural 'Old Gaol Tattoo' at 7pm on Saturday night. Info: www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au
Join Almonte Celtfest for a casual evening of Celtic and folk music in celebration of the harvest season at Almonte Old Town Hall 14 Bridge. Info: www.eventbrite.ca, www.almonteceltfest.com
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Glasgow's festival of the national tipple is especially interested in distillers and bottlers from in and around Glasgow itself, but they welcome all, big or small at Hampden Park, Letherby Dr. Info: www.glasgowswhiskyfestival.com
One of the Southern Hemispheres biggest Scottish festivals with tons of Scottish family events and entertainment at Hororata Domain. Info: Cindy Driscoll 021 366 606 or www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz.
St. Andrew's Society of Toronto church parade at the historic St. Andrew’s Church. Info: www.standrews-society.ca
The coastal town gets frosty with a series of activities. Info: www.obanwinterfestival.com
Edinburgh's Christmas is a spectacular, six-week season of festive entertainment in the heart of the city centre. Info: www.edinburghschristmas.com
Weekend includes a Friday night reception, the US Junior Solo Bagpiping and Solo Snare Drumming Championships on Saturday, and a Saturday night concert featuring Alasdair Fraser, long regarded as Scotland's premier fiddle ambassador, and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas. Info: www.balmoralclassic.org
With presenter profiles, workshop synopsis at Glen Innes Services Club. Info: 02 6732 1355.
Scottish country dance weekend & workshops at Asilomar Conference Grounds, 800 Asilomar Ave. Info: Patti Cobb, Asilomar Weekend Chair (510)858-7588 or www.Asilomar.rscds-sf.org.
From the traditional to the contemporary, Eddi Reader brings life to all forms of song at Howden Park Centre. Info: [email protected]
Scottish traditional music on Scots fiddle and cello at the Balmoral Classic. Pittsburgh’s Balmoral School of Piping and Drumming presents Alasdair Fraser and Natalie at McGonigle Theatre, Central Catholic High School, 4720 Fifth Ave. Info: 412 323- 2707 or www.bagpiping.org
An afternoon of Celtic excellence featuring the pipes, drums, song and dance in a showcase of local Celtic talent. With something for everyone, Scotland Tonight is a wonderful way to enjoy the Celtic arts in a grand variety show at Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd. Info: www.shenkmanarts.ca
Who do you think you are-West Lothian style! Have you ever thought about researching your family tree, but don't know where to start? Come to Broxburn Library to start your search. Info: www.westlothian.gov.uk
Scottish music, dance and food with the St. Andrew-Caledonian Society of Calgary at Rosemont Hall. Info: 403-968-786 or www.standrewcaledonian.ca
The poems and songs of the great bard of Scotland, Robert Burns, are performed by members, visitors and guests followed by a light afternoon tea at Scottish Masonic Buildings 59 Grey Street, Onehunga. Info: [email protected].
A kaleidoscope of activities are on display - Highland and Country dancing, singing and music, the skirl of the pipes in the Pipe Band and Solo Piping competitions. Free family event at Ellerslie Event Centre, 80 Ascot Ave. Info: www.aucklandhighlandgames.wordpress.com or [email protected].
Experience Scottish hospitality and revel in Scotland’s rich history and traditions, co-hosted by the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto and the 48th Highlanders of Canada at Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front Street West. Info: [email protected] or www.standrews-society.ca.
Join the British Columbia Pipers' Association at the Coast Hotel, Denman Street for a formal, four course dinner, music by the Vancouver Fiddle Orchestra, entertainment by Shot of Scotch and dancing all night long. Info: www.bcpipers.org
Traditional and contemporary Celtic music and both local and national craft beer at Highlander Park. Info: www.dunedincelticmusicfestival.com
Celebrate Rabbie Burns with live music and food at Ipswich Thistle Pipe Hall, Limestone Park. Info: 0414 776 361 or www.ipswichthistle.com
Piping music session 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St. Info: [email protected].
The UK's longest continuous running mountain film festival at Bonar Hall, The University of Dundee, Park Place. Info: www.dundeemountainfilm.org.uk
Take some time to develop your Gaelic skills Spend the weekend at The Gaelic College while learning the Gaelic language in an exciting, useful, and enthralling way. Info: 902 295 3411 or www.gaeliccollege.edu
Join the St. Andrew's Society of Winnipeg and celebrate Scotland's patron saint at Fort Garry Hotel. Info: www.standrews-wpg.ca
Celebrate Scotland at Embro Zorra Community Centre, 355644 35th Line. Info: Jim Walton 519-475-4451 or [email protected]
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Ceilidh dances with live Scottish music that are entertaining, fun and suitable for all ages at Red Hill Community Sports Club. Info: 0409 760 993 or www.ceilidhclan.com.
The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Toronto celebrates their Diamond Anniversary year with a gala dance at the Sala Caboto Ball room. Info: www.dancescottish.ca
Spend a beautiful fall day with us on a working farm, where Celts and Celts-at-heart will gather to enjoy live bagpipe music, Scottish food, gift vendors, kids games and crafts, historic costumes, silent auctions, Outlander fan meet-up, and more at Jacob's Reward Farm 4308 Church Lane. Info: www.facebook.com/metroplex.united
Las Vegas Pipe Band's annual Celtic Thanksgiving concert showcases the best of Southern Nevada's diverse Celtic performing arts community on one stage: Scottish & Irish dancers, Celtic singers, bagpiping & Scottish drumming at Clark County Library 1401 East Flamingo Rd. Info: www.lasvegaspipeband.org
Scottish music and dance presented by the Toowoomba Caledonian Society & Pipe Band at Drayton Hall. Info: 0419 791 171 or www.tcpb.com.au
Music, dancing and supper. Ceilidh music (Heel Toe Band). All ages welcome, very family friendly. Non-Scots welcome. 7.30pm, Saturday 25th November. Bob Daniels Community centre, 895 Beaufort Street, Inglewood, Perth. $20 entry, $15 members, children free. Info: Info: [email protected]
The Blenheim & Districts Highland Pipe Band will be celebrating St Andrews Day with Pipes and Drums, Highland Dancing, Scottish Country Dancing and haggis ceremony at Seymour Square, 92 High St. Info: Phone: 578 9356 or [email protected]
Piping contest at Brisbane Boys College, Bands Rooms, Moggill Rd. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Celebrate Scotland's patron saint with the Scottish-American Foundation with Scottish food, drink and cheer at Maggie Place, 21 East 47th St. Info: 212 605 0338 or www.americanscottishfoundation.org
Irvine’s historic waterfront will light up with fireworks as the country’s newest art and light spectacular comes to life. Info: www.illuminationfestival.co.uk
Celebrate St. Andrews Day and the Home of the Flag and celebrate Scotland's fascinating heritage, wonderful culture, delicious food & drink traditions, best of Scottish music, arts, innovation and entertainment. Info: www.visiteastlothian.org/the-saltire
St. Andrew, one of Jesus’ 12 disciples, is the Patron Saint of Scotland. The service will include a blessing of Scottish tartans, a bagpiper, and the Scottish music. It will be followed by a reception with Scottish foods and beverages, and the Scottish Fiddling Society will perform. The church is located at 402 E. Monroe ... Read more
Wishing all our readers and friends a happy St Andrew's Day! Celebrate St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day.
Wishing all our readers and friends a happy St Andrew's Day! Celebrate St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day.
Wishing all our readers and friends a happy St Andrew's Day! Celebrate St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day.
Wishing all our readers and friends a happy St Andrew's Day! Celebrate St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day.
Wishing all our readers and friends a happy St Andrew's Day! Celebrate St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day.
A mix of family fun including pantos, music, street market, carols, fairs and Christmas activities. Info: www.kleo.org.uk
World-Class violinist and Scottish fiddler, Brandon Vance, is an innovative performer-composer, creating new music in a traditional style, while honoring the classics of the Scottish fiddling tradition at SOMA Towers 288 106th Avenue Northeast. Info: www.resonance.events
Celebrate Scotland's patron Saint at Tallahassee Women’s Club featuring the Seven Nations Band. Info: www.saintandrewtallahassee.org
The Scottish Borders is overflowing with history and beauty. This is a winter festival with events taking place in Galashiels, Kelso, Jedburgh, Selkirk and Hawick. Info: www.facebook.com/ScottishBordersWinterFestival
Potluck dinner served at Northwest Family Recreation Center, 1730 Shatto Ave. Info: www.scottishamericansociety.org
Thousands will join us for a full line up of festivities that will celebrate the rich Scottish heritage of Old Town Alexandria. Info: www.campagnacenter.org/scottishwalkweekend
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
Evening of dining, dancing and pageantry celebrating one hundred and eighty-one years of Scottish heritage in Montreal at The Marriott Château Champlain Hotel, 1 Place du Canada. Info: www.standrewsball.com
An event of over 20+ pipers and drummers representing Clans of Scotland present the best in piping and celebrate Scotland's patron saint at Fox and Hounds, 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
Presented by Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia at the Grand River Ballroom, at the Pan Pacific Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au
Celebrate Christmas and the band at the Parish Center at St. Agnes Cathedral, 26 Quealy Pl. Info: www.nymetropipeband.com
Highland dance competitions and events presented by the Windsor & District Highland Dancers' Assoc. at Tecumseh Vista Academy 11665 Shields St. Info: www.wdhda.ca
Join the Scottish Society of Ottawa (SSO) at Milestones, Lansdowne Park. The SSO has hand selected some very special whiskies for the next tutored whisky tasting. You’ll want to savour the flavours and learn about these special single malts. Info: 613-695-1669 or [email protected].
Come and march with Clan Forbes members and friends. If you haven't marched before, it's a lot of fun. Info: [email protected]
Gather your clan and come to Daylesford on the 1st Saturday in December for a ‘wee’ bit of Scottish culture with a full day of piping, drumming & dancing at Victoria Park. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
Highland dance event at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre, 547 Fraser St. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com
With pipes and drums and a traditional Scottish luncheon at Tenterfield Presbyterian Church, 117 Logan St at 10am. Info: 02 6736 5849.
Presented by the Shetland Society of Wellington. Info: www.shetlandwellington.org.nz.
Piping event at Rochedale State High School, 249 Priestdale Rd. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Christmas songs played by over 6 different instruments throughout lunch in a Celtic form at Fox and Hounds, 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
At Soldiers Club, Beach Rd. Info: Kathryn Johnson [email protected]
Piping event in Adelaide. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected].
Expect blazing bagpipes, accordion and fiddle mixed with standard rock instruments as the 'boy band of Scottish traditional music' play live at Darvel Town Hall. Info: www.skerryvore.com
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Dinner will include turkey with all the trimming along with a glass of wine, beer or spirits. Info: [email protected]
Upwards of 20 highland pipe bands and scores of contestant solo bagpipers, solo drummers and highland dancers will converge on The Square. Info: Brent Le Quesne: 027 289 8711 or [email protected].
Run the fun, festive 5K! The Santa Dash is a Christmas spectacle you won't want to miss as the city centre transforms in to a sea of Santa suits, all running for charity. Ready, set, go ho ho! Info: www.glasgowloveschristmas.com
Scottish dinner with a superb accompaniment of single malt scotch at The Haven, 2 Perkins St. Info: www.thehavenjp.com
Smallpipes session. Info: Malcolm McLaren 07 3820-2902 or [email protected].
A must-see performance this holiday season, Riverside Theatres will present 'A Joyful Celtic Christmas' performed by the Sydney Welsh Choir and City of Holroyd Brass. Info: Box Office 02 8839 3399 or https://riversideparramatta.com.au/show/a-joyful-celtic-christmas
Fiddlers, dancers, harpists, singers, Highland pipers, and bards from the Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Appalachian traditions have enchanted Atlanta audiences of all ages at Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University, 80 Forsyth Street Northwest. Info: (404) 413-9TIX (9849) or www.rialtocenter.org
NYC's favorite Celtic Christmas event at 2 pm, Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, 921 Madison Ave. Info: www.facebook.com/ThePipesofChristmas
There will be food, games, presents and Santa Claus from 1 to 4 pm at Black Watch Armoury, 2067 Rue de Bleury. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca
NYC's favorite Celtic Christmas event at 2 & 7pm, Central Presbyterian Church, 70 Maple St. Info: www.facebook.com/ThePipesofChristmas
Piping music session 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St. Info: [email protected].
Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent at Hawick Town Hall, High St. Info: www.rhcp.scot
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
The New Zealand Scottish Country Dance Society became a Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society on 1 January 1968. We will be marking the 50th anniversary at this Summer School with classes & social events. Info: Elaine Laidlaw 06-377 0322 or [email protected]
Celebrate the end of 2017 at the Festive Family Ceilidh with Clamjamfrie; a traditional evening of Scottish music and ceilidh dancing for everyone to enjoy at Paisley Town Hall. Info: www.whatsonrenfrewshire.co.uk
Scottish country dance classes and events. Info: Elaine Laidlaw: +64-6-377 0322 or [email protected].
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Edinburgh's Hogmanay is one of the world's greatest New Year celebrations. Three days of spectacular events, as Scotland shows the world how to celebrate. Info: www.edinburghshogmanay.com
An entertaining and thought-provoking family holiday experience, the show weaves a tapestry of music, dance, poetry, and stories which hearken back to the ancient Celtic celebrations associated with the Winter Solstice and Christmas at Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave. Info: 828-859-8322 or www.tryonarts.org
Celebrate the closing of the year with a steam ride, including a traditional Scottish black bun and tea or coffee on the Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway. Info: www.bkrailway.co.uk
At the Aberdeen Pavilion with the Scottish Society of Ottawa-a unique New Year’s celebration with a Scottish flavour, celebrating the Scots love of music, dance, history, sport and literature. Info: www.thescottishsocietyofottawa.com
A family-friendly Hogmanay party with live music, a piper and traditional snacks at The Brunton. Info: www.thebrunton.co.uk
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018!
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018!
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018!
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018!
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018!
Music, dancing and supper. Ceilidh music (Heel Toe Band). All ages welcome, very family friendly. Non-Scots welcome. 7.30pm at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. $20 entry, $15 members, children free. Info: [email protected]
Bring in the New Year in style as Stirling hosts its biggest ever midnight fireworks display, which will once again focus around the iconic Stirling Castle. Info: www.stirlingwinterfestival.com
Scotland is world famous for its Hogmanay celebrations, so where better in Glasgow to be than in the company of family and friends, bringing in the New Year at The National Piping Centre. Info: +44 (0) 141 353 0220 or www.thepipingcentre.co.uk
Modeled after Scotland’s Hogmanay Festival, the walk is a day when townspeople honor their community and merchants, wishing good luck and prosperity in the coming year. Join the procession of families, friends and visitors led by bagpipe-and-drums. Info: 757-650-3052 or www.portsvaevents.com
Dive into 2018 with a dip off South Queensferry. Gather for the parade and watch as the swimmers freeze their proverbials off under the iconic Forth Rail Bridge. Info: www.edinburghshogmanay.com
Held annually at the Waipu Highland Games, is one of New Zealand’s largest solo pipe band drumming contests. The contest features side, tenor, and bass drumming events in all grades, and attracts competitors from across the country. To enter head to http://www.waipugames.co.nz/drums.html or contact event organiser Ryan Marsich on [email protected]
Piping event in Adelaide. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected].
One of New Zealand's top Scottish events with pipe bands, dancers and more. Presented by the Waipu Caledonian Society at Caledonian Park. Info: +64 21 961 238 or www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz
Australia’s oldest continuous running sporting event. With pipe bands, Scottish dancers, athletics and more. Info: 03 5461 1480 or www.highlandsociety.com.au
Smallpipes session. Info: Malcolm McLaren 07 3820-2902 or [email protected].
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
Show your Clan pride at Marathon Community Park, MM49 US Hwy 1 Ocean Side. Info: www.floridakeyscelticfestival.com
The pipes and drums event; consisting of master classes, concerts, and competitions. Info: www.mhaf.org
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Visit locations from Diana Gabaldon's Outlander novels as visited by characters Claire and Jamie. Hear stories of the Jacobites, the Stuarts, witchcraft, clans and how the fictional story intermingles with history. Info: www.mercattours.com
Hosted by Kilwinning Lodge 203, a celebration of the Baird himself at Oak Point Event Center, 4366 Auburn Blvd. Info: www.facebook.com/Kilwinning203
Get your kilts and skates on at Natrel Skating Rink, Vieux Port, 333 Rue de la Commune O. Info: 514-570-0491 or www.kiltskate.com
The West Auckland Research Centre invites you to join us in celebrating the 259th anniversary of the birth of Scottish poet Robert (Rabbie) Burns, who was born on the 25 January 1759. Enjoy a reading of Robert Burns’ poetry and learn about the Scottish settlement of Auckland’s north west from Carolyn Skelton. Listen to some ... Read more
Experience traditional highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture, food and a Gaelic spirit at Central Winds Park, 1000 Central Winds Dr. Info: www.flascot.com
Celtic Connections is a winter music festival in Glasgow, featuring artists from around the globe alongside the best Scottish talent at venues across the city. Info: www.celticconnections.com
The world's biggest Burns Night celebration. Stars from across the country congregate as Dumfries celebrates the birth of the Baird with a vast selection of dance, theatre, visual arts, live art and comedy, turning Burns' Night into a festival of contemporary arts. Info: www.bigburnssupper.com
Dance Director of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Aileen Robertson choreographs Hop Scotch Polka. Showcasing dancers aged 3+ who aspire to perform in the Tattoo Dance Company at Edinburgh Castle’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Gaiety Theatre. Info: www.thegaiety.co.uk
Celebrate the Bard at Telus Convention Centre. Info: www.calgaryburnsclub.com
Banish the mid-winter blahs with some “richt guid” cheer at the University Club of Toronto. Info: www.standrews-society.ca
Honor and celebrate Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns, in words and music at The University Club, One West 54th St. Info: 212 605 0338 or www.americanscottishfoundation.com
Dinner with outstanding bill of fare, auction and ceilidh dancing at Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre, 2212-13th Street NW. Info: Janyn Bertram: 403 585 3842.
Annual Robert Burns dinner at St. Wenceslaus Church. Info: www.haggis-iowa.com
Celebrate Scotland and athletics at Victoria Park, Queen St.. Info: 03 689 7514 or [email protected]
An evening to celebrate Robert Burns at the University Club. Info: 514-842-2030 or www.standrews.qc.ca
With the Grand Master of the Ancient, Free, and Accepted Masons of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia and Yukon at Slovenian Hall 5762 Sprott St. Info: 604 298 6922.
Celebrate the Bard with food, music and friends at Gaythorne RSL, Samford Rd. Info 07 3369 2232.
Come along and experience a true Scottish Burns Night at The Paddington Parnell, 117 St. Georges Bay Rd. Info: [email protected]
Join the Sons of Scotland, Camp Balmoral #177 for the 119th Annual Robert Burns Dinner and evening of Scottish entertainment (aka Ceilidh) at St. Martin's Parish Hall, 4720 Castle Rd. Info: [email protected]
Presented by the College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada at Credit Union Place, featuring a Scottish Ceilidh, food and music. Info: 902-436-5377 or www.collegeofpiping.com
Get your kilts and skates on at Lansdowne Park Skating Court. Info: www.kiltskate.com
Glasgow born Alan Reid has been taking Scottish folk music all over the world since 1975, including with the Battlefield Band at 50 Dundas St. Info: 0800 BUY TIX (289 849).
Celebrate the Bard with the the St. Andrew's Society of Southern Nevada at Sunset Gardens, 3931 E Sunset Rd. Info: www.sassn.com
St. Andrew's Society of Ottawa, Traditional Burns Supper, run in conjunction with The Burns Club of Ottawa, is to be held at the Britannia Yacht Club, 2777 Cassels St. Info: Hugh Reekie 613-728-5343 or www.3.bell.net/max-com/Andrew.Ottawa.html
Music, history, ancestry, language, food, crafts and more celebrating Celtic nations at Herron Park. Info: www.flatheadcelticfestival.com
Presented by St. Andrew Society of Colorado at Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St. Info: www.coloradoscots.com
The only Scottish trade gift show at the SECC. Info: 01877 385772 or www.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk
4th annual Robbie Burns dinner and show. Info: www.airdriescots.ca
Dancers from around the region will meet for a picnic and social dancing on the Round Lawn. Come and 'have a go' with us and enjoy the music. Suitable for children to seniors. No experience or special clothing required at Hamilton Gardens, Cobham Dr. Info: [email protected]
Celebrate Burns Night in style with an evening of top comedy at The Stand. Info: www.thestand.co.uk
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our informal celebration of The Bard's birthday at the Counting House. Info: www.annasach.co.uk
A night to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death. Today events take place around the world with Scottish music, poetry, food, drink and dance.
A night to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death. Today events take place around the world with Scottish music, poetry, food, drink and dance.
A night to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death. Today events take place around the world with Scottish music, poetry, food, drink and dance.
A night to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death. Today events take place around the world with Scottish music, poetry, food, drink and dance.
A night to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death. Today events take place around the world with Scottish music, poetry, food, drink and dance.
Join the St. Andrew's Society of Toronto and gather at the Burns Statue in Allan Gardens to honour Burns on the day and then repair to a cosy pub to continue with the festivities. Info: www.standrews-society.ca
Greeted by a lone piper to celebrate the great poet Robbie Burns at the Burns Supper at Fox & Hounds Country Inn, 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
Celebrate Burns with music, food and more at the Hobart Function and Convention Centre. Info: [email protected] or 0418 107 175.
Join Toitū and the Dunedin Burns Club to hear more about the man and his times at 31 Queens Garden. Info: 03 477 5052 or [email protected]
Sydney's only Burns Supper with singer Mary Kinani. Introducing Band-A-Oke... Karaoke but with a live band! Songs from Wet Wet Wet, Deacon Blue, Travis, The Proclaimers and many more at Potts Point Hotel, 33-35 Darlinghurst Rd. Info: 0427 330 090 or [email protected]
January 25 is a 'nicht' in the Scottish calendar when poet Rabbie Burns works and life are celebrated with all the expected shenanigans but what happens when a group of Melbourne-based-Scottish born musicians with a love for roots music- get together for a night to celebrate their own roots and the music they have come ... Read more
Celebrate the bard with the Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au
Celebrate the Bard’s birthday in style at an informal nod to a Burns Supper. The Borland Ceilidh Band and a variety of talented local musicians will perform while you enjoy traditional Burns Supper fare at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. Info: www.burnsmuseum.org.uk
The Flaming Heather ceilidh band and caller Ken Gourlay set off Burns Night right, with a few folk dancers and a piper in tow at Lauriston Hall. Info: www.edinburghceilidhs.net
Wishing all our readers a wonderful Australia Day!
Haggis, neeps & tatties, pipers, Highland dancers and more at the Syb Party Center, 4157 Hudson Dr. Info: Margaret Frost 330 903-4573 or www.scottishamericansociety.org
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
A celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns, under the musical direction and the demistification of whisky by Gaëtan Pilon, this evening invites you to rediscover the different tastes of Scotch whisky at Centre Culturel Le Chenail. Info: www.lechenail1975.ca
Celtic music and more at Centennial Park. Info: 941-625-8544 or www.celticheritageproductions.com/caloosahatchee.htm
12th annual traditional Burns Night Supper honoring the Scottish poet Robert Burns at Roundhouse, 2 East Main St. Info: www.hhpb.org
Celebrate with the Saint Andrew's Society of Modesto at The Fruit Yard Restaurant, 7948 Yosemite Blvd. Info: www.standrewsmodesto.org
Celebrate Scotland's national bard and learn about the Stirling Lines with a dram of whiskey and a bite of haggis at Stirling Castle. Info: +44 (0)131 668 8885 or [email protected]
Celebrate the bard at Orangebrook Country Club, 400 Entrada Dr. Info: www.SASSF.org
Celebrate Scotland with pipe bands, Clans, heavy events at New Zealand's longest running Highland Games at Turakina Domain, Cameron Rd. Info: Secretary Heather Calkin 027 6656 238 or www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz
A night of music, food, drinks, friends and poetry at Bruno's Banquet room, Upstairs at Brunos BBQ, Kings Village Shopping Center. Info: www.lochlomondceltic.org
The Scottish Society of Charleston presents its annual Burns Supper, a celebration of the life and works of Scotland's Poet Laureate, Robert Burns. Info: www.charlestonscots.org
The sound of the pipes, the beating of drums, Irish dancing (Sarasota Highland Feis) and athletic events at Sarasota Fairgrounds 3000 Ringling Blvd. Info: www.sarasotahighlandgames.com
Robert Burns dinner with live entertainment by Madman’s Window, The Lindsay Rose Highland Dance Company and the Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums at LiUNA Local 183 Hall, 560 Dodge St. Info: 905-372-7158 or www.cobourghighlandgames.ca/burns
Presented by the Saint Andrew's Society Los Angeles at Sportsmen's Lodge Event Centre, 12833 Ventura Blvd. Info: (818) 755-5000 or www.saintandrewsla.org
Celebrate one of Scotland's most famous individuals, Robert Burns with Scottish music, food and fun at the Holiday Inn, 6700 Trans-Canada Hwy. Info: Devin Shanks 514 217 4781 or www.shanksevents.ca
Burns Dinner fundraiser in celebration of Scotland's most beloved poet with live entertainment, highland dancing, great "craic", and of course, bagpipes and drums at Royal Canadian Legion Chapelhow Branch 284, 606 38 Ave Northeast. Info: www.rmpb.ca
Celebrate the 259th anniversary of the birth of Scottish poet, Robert Burns. There'll be pipes & drums, Highland dancing, a buffet dinner, the haggis ceremony, poetry, and Scottish country dancing at North Mackay Bowls Club, 74-76 Malcomson St. Info: www.mackaypipeband.com.au
Get your kilts and skates on at Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen St W. Info: 416-482-1250 or www.kiltskate.com
Get your kilts and skates on at Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink at PotashCorp Plaza, 945 Spadina Crescent. Info: www.kiltskate.com
Scots around the globe gather each year to celebrate the birthday of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet. The Celtic Arts Foundation marks this festive evening with a dinner honoring the great bard at Littlefield Celtic Center. Info: 360-416-4934 or www.celticarts.org
Please join us for our Robert Burns Dinner including Roast Beef Dinner with Haggis, salad, roasted root vegetables with Trifle and shortbread cookies for dessert, served buffet style by the Dutch Oven, with live entertainment by Madman’s Window, The Lindsay Rose Highland Dance Company, the Fiddleheads, and the Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums. A large ... Read more
Family friendly ceilidh. All ages welcome. Music by the Heel Toe ceilidh band, dancing and supper. BYO drinks. Entry: $20 non-members, $15 members, children free. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Comminity Centre, 895 Beaufort Street, Inglewood, Perth. Info: Carolyn 0406 665 119 or www.facebook.com/caledoniansocietyofwainc
AWEsome is a Scottish Country Dance Weekend for younger dancers aged from 18 to 40 years. Info: [email protected]
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
Celebrate the bard with music and food, co-sponsored with the Daughters of Scotia at American Legion Post 35. Info: www.arizonascots.com
Pipe band performances, food, Address to the Haggis and more at Drayton Hall. Info: Lynn 07 4630 8193 or www.tcpb.com.au
From 1-6pm at the Estonian Cultural Centre, 958 Broadview Ave. Food, games, entertainment. Info: www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com
A lively day celebrating the life of Scottish Bard Robbie Burns at the Burnside Library, 401 Greenhill Rd. Info: 08 8366 4280 or www.burnsidelibrary.eventbrite.com
Revellers will have the chance to raise a dram and toast Scotland’s most iconic poet at a special Burns Night at The Westerwood Hotel & Golf Resort. Info: www.qhotels.co.uk
The choir will perform several well-loved pieces from Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and Cape Breton at Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Dr. Info: 416 446-0188.
The Octorara Covenanter Presbyterian Foundation cordially invites you for this festivity to celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns at Colonel Patterson Bell’s Bellbank, 601 Bell Rd. Info: Donna McCool (610) 593-6989 or www.facebook.com/events/831933217013438/
The Scottish Australian Heritage Council invites you to attend this function at The Women's Club, 179 Elizabeth St. Guest speaker Ms Lorraine Kypiotis, Outreach Coordinator, National Arts School, “Sydney From the Medici to Macquarie: Neoclassicism and the Colonial Ethos”. Cost $105 p.p. includes dinner & drinks. Download booking form: www.scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com.au or ring Nea on 0408 ... Read more
Presented by the Burns Anniversary Committee of Rhode Island at Rhodes-on-the Pawtuxet Ballroom, 60 Rhodes Place. Entertainment will be provided by The Irish Express and RI Highlanders Pipe Band. Info: [email protected], 401 434 0386 or https://sasri.org/upcoming-events
Celebrate Burns with the Robert Burns Club of Melbourne at Glenroy RSL with music, food and poetry. Info: 03 8361 0308.
The event aims to showcase military bands in both a competition and exhibition format, and pays homage to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Info: 02 6746 1755 or www.quirindimilitarytattoo.com.au
Dancers from around the region will meet for a picnic and social dancing on the Round Lawn. Come and 'have a go' with us and enjoy the music. Suitable for children to seniors. No experience or special clothing required at Hamilton Gardens, Cobham Dr. Info: [email protected]
Piping event at Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.
This course is for new dancers who wish to learn steps and basic dance formations that are the building blocks of Scottish Country dancing. You will be introduced to Jigs and Reels and will learn a series of lively, beginner friendly dances. Info: 0435 154 433 or www.sotr.org.au/beginner
Piping event in Adelaide. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected].
Each year the Celtic Arts Foundation brings some of the world’s most accomplished Celtic musicians from Scotland, Ireland, Canada, and the US to teach aspiring musicians at Seabeck Conference Center. Info: www.celticarts.org
Smallpipes session. Info: Malcolm McLaren 07 3820-2902 or [email protected].
Celebrating the timeless emotion of Celtic music and centuries-old heritage, Celtic Woman will visit Brisbane, Sydney, Newcastle, Melbourne, Adelaide & Perth on their Voices of Angels Australian tour. Info: www.ticketek.com.au
Aberdeen’s four-day festival of light will light up the winter skies with a varied programme of light installations from fire drawings to light projections and sculptures, as well as music and performance. Info: www.spectraaberdeen.com
Celtic music, workshops and a concert featuring the amazing Fred Morrison, on his second visit to the Canadian prairies. Info: www.crpb.org/mwcf
Celtic music, goods and more at t The Rustic Sertoma Youth Ranch 85 Myers Rd. Info: www.celticheritageproductions.com/fj.htm
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Wellington's very own Highland Games. Pipe Band competition, Highland Dancing, Clans, Castles (of the bouncy kind), face painting and craft markets at Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St. Info: [email protected]
A celebration of Scottish culture at the Paeroa Domain, includes an evening Tattoo performance. Info: 021 936 450 or www.paeroahighlandgames.co.nz
Celebrating the birthday of the Bard of Scotland, Robert Burns. Hosted by the Dallas Knights of St. Andrew, this fundraising event at the Dallas Scottish Rite Cathedral, 500 South Harwood St. Info: 214-264-7879 or www.knightsofstandrew-dallas.org
Piping competition for age 21 and below at Moss Park Armories. Judge Ian K. Mac Donald, World Champion 2016. Info: www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com
Aimed at beginners, and taught by an independent weaver, the workshop introduces the materials and skills involved in creating tapestry at Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary St. Info: www.dovecotstudios.com
In Latin America St Valentines day is known as "Día del Amor y la Amistad" (Day of Love and Friendship). Come along and try out fun new craft ideas and take home something special for you loved ones at St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, 2 Castle St. Info: [email protected]
Workshop and recital of the best in piping and Scottish drumming with Callum Beaumont and Steven McWhirter presented by the Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation. Info: www.dunedinscottishartsfoundation.com
Meet with the Shetland Society over food and friendship. Info: [email protected].
Get your kilts and skates on at Calgary Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave S. Info: 403-975-8902 or www.kiltskate.com
Scottish folk singer and accordion player live at Irish Society Hall, 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon. Info: www.folkmusic.org.nz
Hamilton City Brass will take you on ‘A Celtic Journey’ featuring musical favourites from Ireland, Scotland and Wales at Rhododendron Lawn, Hamilton Gardens. Info: 0800 842 538 or www.hgaf.co.nz
In beautiful and historic Waipu for five days of musical discovery, immersion in traditional music and fun. Info: www.boxwood.org
Experience a rare journey through Celtic music in the hands of world-renown piper Fred Morrison at the United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Ave. Info: www.pcpb.org
Celebrate and gather with Clan MacRae with tours, AGM and a dinner. Info: Roslyn MacRae 0412 491 054 or [email protected]
Edmonton Royal Scottish Country Dance Society event at the Chateau Lacombe Hotel, Chateau Lacombe Hotel, 10111 Bellamy Hill Rd NW. Info: Contact Ann MacDonald at 780-224-7191 or [email protected]
An event-filled weekend of dance lessons, social dances and a ceilidh, with live music for all, with music provided by The Humuhumunukunukuapua'a and Strathspey Society Band. Info: www.rscdshawaii.org
Pipes and drums at the Octogon. Info: [email protected]
The National Piping Centre is proud to present The National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland live in concert. This year’s concert will see the band perform a fantastic mixture of traditional and contemporary music infused with the ever so popular NYPBoS twist at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 New Market Rd. Info: +44 (0) 141 353 ... Read more
Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy. Info: 877 342-0738 or www.queenmary.com/events/scotsfestival
Annual Royal Scottish Country Dance Ball at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front Street West. Info: Joanne Racic 905 430-1255 or www.dancescottish.ca
Each February the premier solo bagpipe competitors meet face to face to compete for some of the biggest prizes in the world at Ramada Plaza Newark Liberty International Airport, 160 Frontage Rd. Info: www.themetrocup.com
Immortal Memory of Robert Burns, haggis and more at Fleming Park Hall, 98 Victoria St. Info: 03 8361 0308.
Scottish country dance classes, events and fun at Atholl Palace Hotel. Info: www.rscds.org
Tasmania's only Highland games at historic Richmond oval. Pipe band competitions, highland dancing competitions and stalls. Info: Di Cornish 0408 528 658 or [email protected]
Montreal's most unique Scotch Tasting event at the Mont Royal Club. Info: www.whiskyfete.org
In beautiful and historic Queenscliff for four days of musical discovery, immersion in traditional music and fun. Info: www.boxwood.org
A thrilling weekend of live music, world-class DJs and snow sports all within the setting of Cairngorm Mountain & Badaguish Outdoor Centre. Info: www.groovecairngorm.co.uk
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
This music festival is a competitive event that allows people of all ages and abilities to show off their skills. The main discipline groups are vocal, instrumental, speech, Gaelic and Scottish. Competitions are open to the public. Info: www.invernessmusicfestival.org
A "Wee Bit o’ Scotland" to the Northeast Florida area at Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State Road 16 West. Info: (904) 725-5744 or www.neflgames.com
This annual event held at The National Piping Centre celebrates the best in young piping, from all pipers aged Under 18. Info: If you have [email protected] or 0141 353 0220.
Traditional and unique supper at 3620 Urbana Pike, Rt. 355. Info: www.sasmm.com/burns2018
Family friendly ceilidh. All ages welcome. Music by the Heel Toe ceilidh band, dancing and supper. BYO drinks. Entry: $20 non-members, $15 members, children free. Come and enjoy a really fun night out. https://www.facebook.com/events/177538262847882/permalink/177538266181215/
Teams of 4 pipers matched against each other for a single first prize at Brisbane Boys' College Band Room, Moggil Rd. info: [email protected]
The popular folk pop chanteuse, known for her work with Fairground Attraction and often called upon to add her voice to other people's records tours her latest album Vagabond. Info: www.eddireader.co.uk
More than 1000 entrants will take part in the Inverness Music Festival hoping to win awards in instrumental, speech and vocal in Gaelic disciplines. Info: www.invernessmusicfestival.org
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
Celebrate Scotland at Frank Brown Park, join the fun from 9-4. Info: www.pcscotfestival.com
A free Scottish event in the centre of the city with pipe bands, Scottish stalls, dancing and more at Rosalind Park. Info: 0419 549 743 or www.scotsdayout.com
Pipe bands, Clans, dance and more at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane (W 63rd Ave). Info: 954 460 5000 or www.sassf.org
Competitive Highland dancing, pipe bands, heavy athletics, country dancing, historical re-enactments, vintage British cars, over 50 Clans and more at Steele Indian School Park 300 E Indian School Rd. Info: 480-252-0152 or www.arizonascots.com
Unique, intimate masterclass tastings are hosted by visiting experts who will share with you some of the most exclusive whiskies at Horncastle Arena, 81 Jack Hinton Drive. Info: 03 377 6824 or www.dramfest.co.nz
Celtic folk band Blackthorn will perform along with the Vancouver Police Pipe Band. Bring your dancing shoes for some good old fashioned ceilidh dancing and get ready for a walk down memory lane as the Shot of Scotch company dancers perform some of our favourite pieces from the past 5 years. Info: [email protected]
Bagpipes event, competition and workshop at the HMCS Bytown Naval Officers' Mess, 78 Lisgar St. Info: www.ppbso-ottawa.org
Piping event at Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Piping event. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected]
Lochiel Scottish Country Dance Club invites absolute beginners to join us for an evening of dancing and fun. All ages welcome. Come alone or bring the whole family and/or friends. Wear soft soled shoes or bare feet please. Fun, fitness and friendship at St John's Methodist Church, 20 Wellington St.
Piping event. Info: Malcolm McLaren on (07) 3820-2902 or [email protected]
StAnza is a literary festival that focuses on verse. Joining the locals for readings, performances, slams and open mics, jazz, films, workshops and poetry-related art exhibitions, installations and films are a host of local and international wordsmiths. Info: www.stanzapoetry.org
Have fun and keep fit at the same time with Scottish Country dancing. Very social, no partner needed, just a pair of soft shoes will do. Not to be confused with highland dancing, Scottish Country dancing is a social activity for all ages at Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin St. Info: 217 6442.
With the undoubted links between Scotland and Otago, the show returns in 2018. This year brings a new line up but the same desire to bring laughter with a kilt from the frozen north to the deepest south. Sideswipes and observations of the world from a Scottish perspective. Info: 0800 BUY TIX (289 849).
Pipe bands across NZ compete in all grades at Rotorua International Stadium, Devon Street West. Info: 07 579-1689 or [email protected]
3 days of fun in America’s oldest Celtic city. Info: www.celticstaugustine.com
Celebrate Celtic heritage, includes the International Ultimate Jousting Championships at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Info: www.sonoracelticfaire.com
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Scottish rockers Big Country preforming gigs around Australia. Info: www.metropolistouring.com
Scottish five-piece Breabach deliver a thrilling and unique brand of contemporary folk music that has earned them international recognition on the world and roots music scene as one of the UK’s most dynamic and exciting bands. Touring nationally for venue locations and dates see: www.breabach.com
The inaugural Fife Whisky Festival will showcase the renaissance of whisky-making in Fife, bringing together whisky connoisseurs and beginners with the best whisky producers from Fife and beyond. Info: www.fifewhiskyfestival.com
A celebration of the rich culture of the seven Celtic Nations featuring the intriguing history, arts and traditions of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Galicia, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Info:www.fargoparks.com
Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone!
Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone!
Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone!
Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone!
35th Annual Scottish Country Dance Club Ceilidh, Workshop and Ball at Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre 2212-13th Street NW. Info: [email protected]
The St. Andrew Society of Montreal is calling on all those who are interested in trying their hand at curling at The Montreal West Curling Club, 17 Ainslie Road Montreal West. Info: ww.standrews.qc.ca
Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone!
Celebrating the rich variety of Glaswegian writing and also brings the best of Scottish and international writers to the city. Info: www.ayewrite.com
Established in 2004 to celebrate the life of Perthshire fiddle legend Niel Gow, this festival is held in his home village of Dunkeld & Birnham each year. Now a breeding ground for traditional music talent, the festival runs a selection of workshops, performances and events each year. Info: www.niel-gow.co.uk
Family friendly celebration of Scotland at Houston County Farm Center, 1701 E Cottonwood Rd. Info: www.wiregrasshighlandgames.com
The RSCDS Vancouver Branch is delighted to announce: A weekend of dancing, eating and listening pleasure. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org
Bagpipes, dancing, stalls and more at The Scots School Bathurst. Info: Email: [email protected]
A great day of Scottish fun, entertainment, pipe bands, dancing, Clans, stalls and more at Goldsworthy Reserve Athletics Track, Goldsworthy Rd. Info: www.geelonghighlandgathering.org.au
Piping session, 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St (cnr Little Bourke). Info: [email protected]
Scottish rockers Big Country preforming gigs around New Zealand. Info: www.metropolistouring.com
The Australasian Forum for the Clan Donald societies in New Zealand and Australia with a variety of Clan events and functions. Info: www.clandonaldaustralia.com
A celebration honoring Celtic heritage at Carolina Ale House-Vista. Info: www.tartandaysouth.com
A weekend-long celebration of the natural world with wildlife film screenings, celebrity speakers and a photographic exhibition. Info: www.wildfilmfestivalscotland.co.uk
Pipe bands and more at Canad Inns, Polo Park. Info: www.winnipegscottishfestival.com
35th annual Cocoa Beach, Florida, Scottish Dance Spring Fling. Evening dances on Friday and Saturday nights with a workshop taught by Kay Munn of Kingston, Ontario during the day on Saturday. Info: James [email protected] or www.rscdsorlandobranch.org
Celtic music and fun on the grounds of the MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum, I-55 & Lakeland Dr. Info: www.celticfestms.org
Featuring music by ARIA Award winning Chris Duncan & Catherine Strutt, it will be a night of energetic and popular dances. Includes supper (BYO alcohol) in The Rocks. Tickets $35pp. Info: 0435 154 433 or www.sotr.org.au/chaos
Celebrate Celtic Heritage through music, athletics and customs at North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex , 150 Citizens Lane. Info: www.myrtlebeachhighlandgames.com
Scottish music, food and fun at The Kern County Fairgrounds 1142 South P St. Info: www.kernscot.org
Scottish country dance workshops, dance and events at Turner Fenton Secondary School, 7935 Kennedy Rd, Brampton. Info: www.dancescottish.ca
The Blair Scottish Country Dancers are hosting their annual Spring Dance at Historic St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Info: www.blairscottishcountrydancers.ca or contact Kathryn Lecocq 519-572-2741.
Celebrates hundreds of years of Scottish heritage and traditions, and displays to the community many facets of our Scottish culture, the only Highland games in metropolitan Melbourne at East Ringwood Sports Ground, Cnr Mt Dandenong Rd & Dublin Road, E. Info: Phone 0418 370 051 or [email protected]/www.ringwoodhighlandgames.org
Come along and play a tune or just listen and discuss the classical music of the Highland Bagpipe at Rochedale State High School, 249 Priestdale Rd. Info: 07 3397 4512 or www.qhps.org
A new show from the internationally acclaimed, award-winning Scottish comedian. Star of Conan, he’s performed nine sell-out Edinburgh's, and is touring in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Info: www.century.com.au/tours
Held on the beautiful grounds of Merchiston Castle School, EIHF annually welcomes a healthy mix of world-class harpists and up-and-coming local talents playing a range of musical styles from folk to jazz for concerts, courses, workshops, the UK's largest harpmakers' exhibition and late night music sessions. Info: www.harpfestival.co.uk
Pipe bands, Clans and more at Lindisfarn College, 600 Pakowhai Rd, Frimley, Hastings. Info: [email protected]
Pipe band contents, Scottish dancing, bar and Scottish stalls in the Scottish town of Australia. Info: www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
In 2018, the Scottish Year of Young People and the 200th anniversary of the publication of Frankenstein, the Edinburgh International Science Festival is themed around Life, The Universe and Everything - celebrating the wonder and diversity of life. Info: www.sciencefestival.co.uk
Presented by the Highland Dance NSW Australia a weekend of Highland dance competition and events at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Info: www.nswhighlanddancing.com.au.
For over 40 years Sabhal Mòr Ostaig has offered courses in the Gaelic language and in traditional music with instruction in Gaelic, Gaelic song, fiddle, button-box and accordion, photography and a range of other specialised subjects offered by a talented team of instructors. Info: www.smo.uhi.ac.uk
Piping event. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected]
Piping event. Info: Malcolm McLaren on (07) 3820-2902 or [email protected]
Cheer on Team Scotland at Gold Coast 2018, the international multi-sport event for members of the Commonwealth at Carrara Stadium. Info: 1300 2018 00 or www.gc2018.com
Classes will be available in two levels - beginner/intermediate and social. Info: www.reddeerscottishcountrydancers.weebly.com
Tartan Day is a celebration of Scottish Heritage that is held on April 6th, the day on which the Declaration of Arbroath was signed in 1320. The concept of Tartan Day began at a meeting of the Federation of Scottish Clans in Nova Scotia on 09 March 1986 by Scottish Banner reader Jean Watson.
Tartan Day is a celebration of Scottish Heritage that is held on April 6th, the day on which the Declaration of Arbroath was signed in 1320. The concept of Tartan Day began at a meeting of the Federation of Scottish Clans in Nova Scotia on 09 March 1986 by Scottish Banner reader Jean Watson.
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
The Celtic Cultural Alliance will be celebrating National Tartan Day, which recognizes the contributions of Scottish Americans to our culture and our way of life and marks the Declaration of Scottish Independence at Life in Christ Church, 51 E. Hillmond St. Info: www.celticfest.org/national_tartan_day
Celebrate Tartan Day, presented by the St. Andrew's Society of Toronto at Armour Heights Officers’ Mess, 215 Yonge Blvd. Info: www.standrews-society.ca
Destined to be a wonderful evening with a brilliant blend of traditional Scottish song, pipes, drums and more at Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W. Info: 519 846 9691.
April 6th marks the 20th anniversary of the recognition of National Tartan Day in the US. Wear your clan tartan or your favorite kilt out to Fiddler's Green, 544 W Fairbanks Ave. Drop by and share a pint or two and celebrate your Scottish heritage and love for tartans. Info: www.standrewscfl.com
Celebrate Scotland with thousands of people enjoying Clans, tartan, dogs, pipe bands and much more. One of North America's premier Scottish events. Info: www.nyctartanweek.org
Scotland's foremost folk/roots troubadour, renowned for his meaningful, haunting music at Dundee Rep, Tay Square. Info: www.dougiemaclean.com
Celebrate Scottish culture, music, dancing, history, food and merchandise at Landmark Center, 75 5th St W. Info: www.scottishramble.org
A great day of Scottish events, entertainment, fun and friendship at Highlander Park Info: www.dunedinhighlandgames.com
A weekend of Scottish music, culture fun and friendship at Helotes Festival Grounds 12210 Leslie Rd. Info: www.sahga.org
Lochiel Scottish Country Dance Club invites absolute beginners to join us for an evening of dancing and fun. All ages welcome. Come alone or bring the whole family and/or friends. Wear soft soled shoes or bare feet please. Fun, fitness and friendship at St John's Methodist Church, 20 Wellington St. Info: www.lochielscdclub.org.nz
Celebrate Tartan Day at the InterContinental Hotel, 2151 Avenue of the Stars. Info: 310 284-6500 or www.saintandrewsla.org
Scottish country dance events presented by the Vancouver Island Scottish Country Dance Society. Info: 250-598-0207 or www.viscds.ca
Featuring The Highland Rim Scottish Society Kilted Honor Guard, Highland and Celtic entertainment such as bagpipers, bands, dancers, and more at The Green of The Celtic Cup Coffee House, 106 N. Anderson St. Info: Desireé Porter, 931-581-3076 or www.facebook.com/PipingOnTheGreen
Come along and enjoy an evening with family and friends at a ceilidh. Dances will be walked and talked through so that everyone can get up and have fun. A fantastic supper is provided (no alcohol) - $7.00 for Dancers $3.50 for non dancers at St Margaret's Uniting Church Hall, 219 Hull Rd. Info: [email protected] ... Read more
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the RCMP Tartan, and the National Pipe Band Program at Cartier Square Drill Hall, 2 Queen Elizabeth Dr. It will be a lively and memorable evening of Celtic entertainment featuring The Brigadoons. Info: www.eventbrite.ca
Considered the largest and most prestigious Scottish fashion show in the world, Dressed to Kilt will again earn the attention of A-List celebrities and world-class athletes from both sides of the Atlantic with its enchanting evening of Scottish culture. Info: www.fromscotlandwithlove.net
A day of solo Piping, drumming, fiddle, Highland Dance and Pipe Band competitions along with Scottish vendors, foods and "try it" sessions. Admission $20.00 Friday night Piobaireachd competition and Saturday Night concert featuring Bruce Gandy at Nashua High School South. Info: www.scottisharts.org
A celebration of all things Scottish and includes Australian Pipe Band Championships with competitors from across the country and beyond at Brisbane Boys' College. Info: www.tartanspectacular.com.au.
Australia's largest Scottish event celebrating 41 years. A day of great entertainment from pipe bands, singers, dancers, strong man competitions and much more. Info: www.brigadoon.org.au.
Piping event at Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.
A weekend full of piping competitions, delicious food, and unique handmade crafts at Lyon College, 2300 Highland Rd. Info: www.lyon.edu/arkansas-scottish-festival
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
A massive festival for the community featuring Celtic music, food, vendors, and athletics at Floyd Lamb Park. Info: www.lasvegascelticsociety.org
Celebrate Scotland at Glenbarr Homestead. Info: Vicki Clark 0411 969 679 or [email protected]
Scottish Borders Rugby Sevens events. Thousands of spectators come every year to see rugby played at its traditional home. Info: www.melroserugby.org
Highland dancing competition & events at Inglewood High School 129 Rata St. Info: www.scotdancenz.co.nz
Piping session, 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St (cnr Little Bourke). Info: [email protected]
Scots funny man Craig Hill with the Someone's Gonna Get Kilt! shows in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. Info: www.century.com.au/tours
A weekend conference for the Robert Burns Association. Info: [email protected] or www.rbana.org
Exhibitions, seminars, talks and events in this festival showing the best of contemporary visual arts and artists. Info: www.glasgowinternational.org
Bring your friends and family for a night of joyful dancing to Brisbane's premiere Scottish ceilidh band at Red Hill Community Sports Club, 22 Fulcher Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/CeilidhClan
The first national Clan Cameron gathering in Australia. All national and international Cameron descendants are invited to attend. Info: [email protected] or www.clan-cameron.org.au.
Celtic music and events at Ormond Beach. Info: www.ormondbeachcelticfestival.com
Daylong entertainment featuring Scottish, Irish bands, Highland dancers, bagpipers, children games, activities, raffle of Scottish sword with display case; Celtic ware vendors, crafters, genealogy, local history, food, Bonnie knees competition, Pot of Gold Treasure Hunt, cartoonist, and more at Parkersburg City Park Pavilion, Park Ave. Info: Pam Brust 304-488-8009.
Join the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band and their many guests - dancers, singers and more - in a wonderful concert marking heritage and tradition on the front steps of Parliament Hill at 12 noon. Info: www.sospb.com
Amused Moose Comedy Award winner (EdFringe) and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2015, Larry Dean (SCO) makes his Auckland debut with his brand new hour of "Hysterical" (Herald Sun) comedy following his world stand-up tour and appearances on The Melbourne Comedy Allstars Gala 2016 & 2017. Info: www.larrydeancomedy.com/live
Edinburgh’s TradFest kick starts the summer season with a feast of folk arts - music, storytelling, dance, folk film, literature, talks, crafts and visual arts - across Scotland’s capital. Info: www.tracscotland.org/festivals/tradfest
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Amused Moose Comedy Award winner (EdFringe) and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2015, Larry Dean (SCO) makes his Auckland debut with his brand new hour of "Hysterical" (Herald Sun) comedy following his world stand-up tour and appearances on The Melbourne Comedy Allstars Gala 2016 & 2017. Info: www.comedyfestival.co.nz
Enjoy the caber toss, Highland dancing, pipe bands, historic groups, entertainers and more at the Yolo County Fairgrounds. Info: www.woodlandcelticgames.org
A book festival hosted by the beautiful inner Hebridean isle of Colonsay. As well as readings and performances, the emphasis is on meeting and chatting with the writers, and debate and good craic in the pub. Info: www.colonsaybookfestival.org.uk
The oldest Celtic celebration in Maryland at the Jefferson-Patterson Park and Museum. Info: www.cssm.org/events/festival
Dance and sing to Heel N Toe band, $20 non members. Supper supplied at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beafort St. Info: John 0427 990 754.
The Grade 1 Toronto Police Pipe Band takes the stage with the Breck School of Highland Dance. This will mark the grand unveiling of The Kingston Police Pipe Band, and any proceeds go towards assisting the Kingston Police Pipe Band in its teaching efforts at The Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts, 390 King ... Read more
A prime mover was Kate Sheppard, a Scotswoman, as were others. National Archives’ Stefanie Lash will take us on a tour of the Suffrage Exhibition at the National Library; she led the curatorial team with the Victoria University of Wellington Scottish Interest Group. Info: www.wellyscots.wordpress.com
Wear your tartan with pride and join in with your fellow walkers, as this event aims to raise money for charities. This year there are three distances to choose from; 26 miles, 13 miles or the Wee Walk of 6 miles, all of which finish at Moss O' Balloch Park. Info: www.thekiltwalk.co.uk
Take in the sights of Stirling Castle, Blair Drummond Safari Park, University of Stirling and the historic Wallace Monument. Info: www.princeandprincessofwaleshospice.org.uk/event-article/challenges/stirling-marathon
Celtic music, Celtic groups and crafts at Bridgewater on Loddon Town Hall. Info: Jenny 03 5437 3198 or [email protected]
Piping from 9:00am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church with the Scottish Clans Congress of Queensland. Info: 0412 090 990 or www.scottishclans.org.au
Join hundreds of performers and thousands of revellers as they come together on Calton Hill to celebrate the death of winter and the birth of summer by casting off the darkness and celebrating the light on one of the most magical nights of the year. Info: www.beltane.org
The Sault Ste. Marie Scottish Country Dancers invite you to their end-of-season Spring Dance and Social at the Masonic Hall, 378 Albert St. E. Info:Maureen Stefanizzi: [email protected]
Piping event. Info: Malcolm McLaren on (07) 3820-2902 or [email protected]
One of the world’s biggest whisky festivals with a programme of almost 500 whisky-inspired events at various venues. Info: +44 7789 671 635 or www.spiritofspeyside.com
Attracting some of the most innovative filmmakers from around the world, the experimental film festival will again transform the town into a creative hub as it screens more than 120 films from over 20 different countries. Info: www.alchemyfilmfestival.org.uk
Amused Moose Comedy Award winner (EdFringe) and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2015, Scots comic Larry Dean live at the Comedy Store with his brand new hour of "Hysterical" (Herald Sun) comedy following his world stand-up tour and appearances on The Melbourne Comedy Allstars Gala 2016 & 2017. Info: www.century.com.au/tours
This story is told mostly in song and is that of a young New Zealander doing their OE and following their Celtic Connections. They travel through Wales, Ireland and Scotland meeting many interesting locals along the way at the Woolshed, Mahoe St. Info: www.talos.nz
Celebrating Brittany, Galacia & Asturias at the Australian Standing Stones with music, food, stalls, entertainment and events taking place all over Glen Innes. Info: 02 6730 2400 or www.australiancelticfestival.com
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected].
A day of Scottish celebration at Bethesda Academy Main Campus 9520 Ferguson Ave. Info: www.savannahscottishgames.com
This will be one of the great Arrowtown autumn nights. Don’t miss the village’s Scottish party night Channel your inner clan, dig out your tartan, and head to the Athenaeum Hall for a happy night to remember. Info: www.acas.nz
A fundraiser event to help offset costs of attending the World Pipe Band Championships in Scotland in August 2018 by the Toronto Police Pipe Band (Grade 3) at Scottish Rite, 4 Queen Street South. Info: [email protected]
Come, bring your friends, family, bring the grandchildren, (all ages welcome) and join your fellow MacLeod Clansfolk at Melrose Community Church, 375 Melrose Ave. Info: Cathie White at 416 691 2215 or [email protected]
Scottish pipe band and Scottish dance display, dinner and more at Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell St. Info: Bill Graham 03 8361 0308.
The Gaelic Society of Toronto and the University of Toronto Celtic Studies Program will be holding a day of Gaelic language and song for learners of Scottish Gaelic at Alumni Hall, 121 St. Joseph Street (Saint Michael's College, University of Toronto). Info: 905 844-4908 or www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com/gaelicnewsevents.
Come along and play a tune or just listen and discuss the classical music of the Highland Bagpipe at Rochedale State High School, 249 Priestdale Rd. Info: 07 3397 4512 or www.qhps.org
Join us at 11:00 am on the Queen's Wharf under the red lighthouse for a 2 hour cruise along the historic Port River. The cruise departs 11:30am sharp. Enjoy lunch with members and friends of Clan MacLeod South Australia. Info: Nicole Walters 0415 654 836 or www.cmssa.org.au/calendar-of-events.html
An afternoon of bagpipes, drums, organ, highland dancing, and more at University of Redlands, 1200 E Colton Ave. Info: www.blandfordbands.org
Musicians from around the region gather for a music session at the Littlefield Celtic Center. Info: www.celticarts.org
Presented by the Fremantle Sailing Club Pipes and Drums, a great day out with bagpipe solos, drumming solos, Highland dancing and bands playing alongside the Fremantle Sailing Club Marina. Info: www.fsc.com.au/pipesanddrums
Piping event. Info: Jack Brennan [email protected]
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
The competition will be hosted by the College on their Oxenham St Campus at Briggs Oval, with performances in the Solo, Mini Band and Pipe Band categories. Info: Sandy Dalziel: 07 4666 9811 or [email protected]
Stirling Highland Hotel is transformed into a whisky lover’s paradise during the Stirling Whisky Festival, featuring top distillers from all over Scotland. Info: www.stirlingspiritcompany.scot
Music by Scotch Mist at Sala Caboto, part of the Columbus Centre at Lawrence Ave & Dufferin Street. 40 Playfair Ave. Info: www.dancescottish.ca
The first games of the Scottish season at Battery Park, Eldon St. Info: www.inverclyde.gov.uk
Enjoy an evening of Scottish country dancing to the lively music of Fred Moyes at Glenview's end-of-season Spring Fling at Glenview Presbyterian Church, 1 Glenview Ave. Info: www.glenviewscdg.org
A fine weekend of music, dance and poetry celebrating Camperdown's unique link to Robert Burns. Info: Tel: 03 5593 7100 or www.camperdownburnsfestival.com
Bring your friends and family for a night of joyful dancing to Brisbane's premiere Scottish ceilidh band at Red Hill Community Sports Club, 22 Fulcher Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/CeilidhClan
The celebration of Scottish and Celtic music, arts, and culture at Topaz Park. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com
Bagpipes, Scottish dance & heavies and more at Victoria Park. Info: www.saskhighland.ca
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com
Paisley comes alive with the skirl of the pipes and the beat of the drums. Expect over 150 of the finest bands from across the world competing for some of the most prestigious titles in bagpiping at the St James Playing Fields. Info: www.paisley2021.co.uk
Celebrate Shetland with the Shetland Society of Wellington. Info: www.shetlandwellington.org.nz
Two days of food, drink, live music, athletic competitions, Celtic vendors, and more. Info: www.celtfestabq.com
A day of athletics, music, dancing, food, and arts celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture at Fair Hill Race Track, 4600 Telegraph Rd. Info: www.fairhillscottishgames.org
Over 200 different whiskies from around the world to sample and number of participatory "experiences" that Stramashers can get involved in at historic Surgeons' Hall, Nicolson St. Info: www.thewhiskystramash.com
A wonderful array of Scottish, Irish, Welsh, and Cornish performers, vendors, and food. Info: [email protected]
At Maryville College, East Tennessee's premier celebration of Scottish culture and history. Info: www.smokymountaingames.org
Scottish music and friendship at Victoria Street Hall, Brunswick (next to Bowling Club). Enquiries: Bill Graham (03) 8361 0308.
Piping session, 2pm - 5pm, upstairs at the Exford Hotel, 199 Russell St (cnr Little Bourke). Info: [email protected]
Held in the historic grounds of Gordon Castle, the event brings together the traditionally Scottish and the quintessentially country to offer visitors a plethora of entertainment. Info: www.gordoncastlehighlandgames.co.uk
Mighty Mini MacLeod and friends gather for an hour of fun at the 'Flip-out' activity centre, Muno Para. Followed by snacks and a chance to chat. Cost $15 pp or $10 for child under 130cm height. Meet at 2:45 for a 3:00pm sharp start at Tenancy 9, Munno Para Shopping City, 600 Main North Rd. ... Read more
Have you discovered the outline of your family history? Do you want to find out more about your ancestors' lives? This workshop at Kelvin Hall will show you how to use our huge range of resources. Info: www.kelvinhall.org.uk
The World Ceilidh returns for 2018 to celebrate with the best music, the best audience and the best atmosphere at Knockengorroch Farm, Carsphairn, Castle Douglas. Info: www.knockengorroch.org.uk
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
RSCDS Peterborough invites you to dance with guest teacher Rebecca Blackhall-Peters and musician Fred Moyes. Enjoy the beauty and recreation of Pine Vista Resort. Info: www.pscds-on.org
A diverse programme featuring traditional music, ceilidhs, Gaelic lessons, golf, bowling and whisky tasting on Islay. Info: www.islayfestival.com
Celebrate Celtic cultures at the Berry Showground with plenty of entertainment, stalls, and more. Info: 02 4403 0300 or www.berryrotary.org.au/celtic-festival